How Do You Knit The Seed Stitch?
Once you know how to knit and purl, you can easily learn to make a seed stitch. Seed stitching creates a reversible pattern, so it is great for items like scarves and blankets, which are visible from both sides. Seed stitching also makes a nice border or pattern for an entire knitted object. Follow these easy steps so you can begin knitting the seed stitch right away. Cast on the number of stitches you would like, or that are indicated in your pattern. Knit the first stitch. Purl the second stitch. Repeat the “knit one, purl one” pattern across the first row. Begin the second row by counting the number of stitches on your needles. If the number is even, purl the first stitch and knit the second stitch. Repeat the “purl one, knit one” pattern across the second row.If there is an odd number of stitches on your needles, knit one. Then repeat the “purl one, knit one” pattern to the end of the row. Repeat Steps 2 and 3, in order, until your knitting reaches the desired length. Cast off all